Laboratory Medicine Technique

Overview

Laboratory Medicine Technique is an important major in the medical field, with the role of providing accurate information and test results to support diagnosis and treatment of diseases. In the context of increasingly focused and developed medicine, the training program of Medical Laboratory Technology is becoming a very attractive major with many career opportunities in the future.

Major code

7720601

Enrollment combination

A00: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
B00: Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology
C08: Literature, Chemistry, Biology
D07: Mathematics, Chemistry, English
*Conditions: Grade 12 academic performance from Good or above or graduation score from 6.5 points

Academic years

4 years

Degree

Bachelor

Laboratory Medicine Technique

Highlights of the training program

Faculty and Research

The faculty team, consisting of experienced and highly qualified lecturers from the university and affiliated hospitals, provides students with opportunities to practice and access the latest laboratory technologies.

Practical Skills

Students are equipped with essential knowledge, practical skills, and soft skills. From the early years, students engage in foundational and specialized courses. In subsequent years, they participate in practical modules and internships at hospitals and laboratories, allowing them to experience and develop professional skills in real-world environments while exploring cutting-edge medical technologies.

Scientific Research

The university supports students in participating in scientific research and engaging in practical community activities, fostering hands-on experiences and innovation.

Facilities and Technology

The university invests significantly in state-of-the-art facilities and technologies to ensure students have an optimal environment for learning and research. Laboratories and research centers are equipped with advanced instruments, enabling students to undertake valuable projects and research initiatives.

Learning, Teaching & Assessment Methods

Learning Methods

Classroom learning, lectures, self-study, group work, problem identification and resolution, case handling, internships, and practical sessions at the university and healthcare facilities.

Teaching Methods

Active learning approach, student-centered, with a strong emphasis on hands-on practice and real-world experiences; including lectures, demonstrations, case studies, and problem-solving exercises.

Assessment Methods

Using various tools to measure learning outcomes: attendance evaluation, group project reports, individual essays, major assignments, laboratory practical sessions, oral exams, practical skills, internships at healthcare facilities, and graduation thesis or dissertation.

Program structure

Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4

Semester 1

Note: [Course code] - [Course name] (credits)

TA70301 - Key English 1 (3)

TA70302 - Key English 2 (3)

TA70303 - Key English 3 (3)

TA70304 - English Speaking Community (2)

CB70303 - Public speaking skills (1)

XN70002 - Introduction to medical laboratory technology (1)

XN70003 - Basic biology and genetics (2)

Semester 2

Note: [Course code] - [Course name] (credits)

TA70305 - Intensive English 1 (4)

CB70301 - Informatics 1 (2)

CB70304 - Emotion management skills (1)

CB70101 - Marxist-Leninist philosophy (3)

CB70205 - App statistics (3)

XN70001 - Chemistry (2)

XN70004 - Anatomy (2)

XN70005 - Physiology (2)

DD70009 - Pathophysiology - Immunology (2)

DD70040 - Practice first aid (2)

Semester 3

Note: [Course code] - [Course name] (credits)

TA70306 - Intensive English 2 (4)

CB70302 - Informatics 2 (2)

CB71401 - Physical education 1 - Swimming (1)

CB70305 - Communication and relationship building skills (2)

CB70106 - General law (2)

CB70102 - Marxist-Leninist political economy (2)

XN70007 - Internal - External pathology (2)

CB71103 - Professional Laws and Ethics (2)

CB71101 - Environment and sustainable development (2)

CB71102 - Behavioral psychology (2)

DD70003 - Epidemiology (2)

DD70014 - Nutrition and Health (2)

MT70201 - Occupational health (2)

DD71022 - Medical organization and medical management (2)

XN71009 - Practice basic nursing (2)

XN71008 - Practice of laboratory techniques (For Laboratory Medicine Technique) (2)

Semester 4

Note: [Course code] - [Course name] (credits)

TA70307 - Intensive English 3 (4)

CB70103 - Science socialism (2)

DD70006 - Pharmacology (2)

XN70010 - Basic laboratory medicine techniques (2)

XN70030 - Parasites 1 (2)

XN70011 - Biochemistry 1 (2)

XN70012 - Biochemistry practice 1 (1)

XN70017 - Microbiology 1 (2)

XN70024 - Cellular hematology (3)

XN70025 - Cellular hematology practice (1)

CB71402/ CB71403/ CB71404 - Physical education 2 (Choose one of the following sports): Physical education 2 - Football, Volleyball, Badminton (1)

CB70401 - National Defense and Security Education 1 (3)

CB70402 - National Defense and Security Education 2 (2)

CB70403 - National Defense and Security Education 3 (1)

CB70404 - National Defense and Security Education 4 (2)

Physical educationSemester 5

Note: [Course code] - [Course name] (credits)

TA70308 - Intensive English 4 (4)

CB70104 - Ho Chi Minh Thought (2)

CB70105 - History of the Communist Party of Vietnam (2)

XN70006 - Histology (2)

XN70013 - Biochemistry 2 (2)

XN70014 - Biochemistry practice 2 (1)

XN70018 - Microbiology 2 (2)

XN70019 - Microbiology practice 2 (1)

XN70026 - Hematology and coagulation (2)

XN70027 - Hematology and coagulation practice (1)

XN70031 - Parasites 2 (1)

CB71405/ CB71406/ CB71407/ CB71408 - Physical education 3 (Choose one of the following sports): Physical education 3 - Fitness, Dancesport, Basketball, Martial arts (1)

Semester 6

Note: [Course code] - [Course name] (credits)

XN70022 - Cellular test 1 (2)

XN70015 - Biochemistry 3 (2)

XN70016 - Biochemistry practice 3 (1)

XN70020 - Microbiology 3 (2)

XN70021 - Microbiology practice 3 (1)

XN70028 - Hematology and blood transfusion (2)

XN70029 - Hematology and blood transfusion practice (1)

XN70032 - Parasites 3 (2)

XN70035 - Practice laboratory medicine testing techniques (6)

XN71037 - Biosafety and Environmental health (2)

TP70002 - Practice food microbiology (2)

XN71038 - Hospital infection control (2)

Semester 7

Note: [Course code] - [Course name] (credits)

CB70206 - Scientific research methodology (2)

XN70023 - Cellular test 2 (2)

XN70033 - Molecular biomedicine (2)

XN70034 - Ensuring laboratory medicine techniques quality (2)

XN70036 - Practice advanced laboratory medicine techniques (6)

XN71040 - organization and quality management system (2)

XN71041 - Clinical toxicology (2)

XN71039 - Education and health promotion (2)

Semester 8

Note: [Course code] - [Course name] (credits)

XN70042 - Internship for graduation (4)

XN71043 - Thesis (6)

XN71044 - Topical biochemistry (3)

XN71045 - Advanced molecular biology (3)

XN71046 - Advanced hematology testing (3)

Career opportunities

After graduating from the Laboratory Medicine Technique at DNTU, students have many career opportunities. Below are some job opportunities for students:

Laboratory technician at medical facilities
Lecturer at medical laboratory technology training facilities
Researcher at research institutes
Testing staff at food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic companies.
Maintenance staff, equipment management for medical equipment companies
Continuing to study for master's and doctoral degrees domestically and internationally.